Melvin Cagle

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melvin Cagle — French
243K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melvin Cagle is a name that combines French origins. The first name Melvin is a masculine given name of French origin. Melvin is a masculine given name and surname, likely a variant of Melville and a descendant of the French surname de Maleuin and the later Melwin. It may alternatively be spelled as Melvyn or, in Welsh, Melfyn and the name Melivinia or Melva may be used a feminine form. Of Norman French origin, originally Malleville, which translates to "bad town," it likely made its way into usage in Scotland as a result of the Norman conquest of England. It came into use as a given name as early as the 19th century, in English-speaking populations. The surname Cagle: A. M. Cagle (1884–1968), American composer Brett Cagle (born 1962), American religious leader Casey Cagle (born 1966), American politician Chris Cagle (born 1968), American country music singer Chris Cagle (American football) (1905–1942), American football player Daryl Cagle (born 1956), American cartoonist Harold Cagle (1913–1977), American athlete Mary Cagle (born 1989), American webcomic artist Myrtle Cagle (1925–2019), American pilot and part of Mercury 13 Sandy Cagle (born 1957), American model Susan Justice (née Susan Cagle, born 1981), American pop-rock singer Susie Cagle, American jour. Melvin is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 243K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Melvin reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Melvin

French

Melvin is a masculine given name and surname, likely a variant of Melville and a descendant of the French surname de Maleuin and the later Melwin. It may alternatively be spelled as Melvyn or, in Welsh, Melfyn and the name Melivinia or Melva may be used a feminine form. Of Norman French origin, originally Malleville, which translates to "bad town," it likely made its way into usage in Scotland as a result of the Norman conquest of England. It came into use as a given name as early as the 19th century, in English-speaking populations.

Surname: Cagle

English

A. M. Cagle (1884–1968), American composer Brett Cagle (born 1962), American religious leader Casey Cagle (born 1966), American politician Chris Cagle (born 1968), American country music singer Chris Cagle (American football) (1905–1942), American football player Daryl Cagle (born 1956), American cartoonist Harold Cagle (1913–1977), American athlete Mary Cagle (born 1989), American webcomic artist Myrtle Cagle (1925–2019), American pilot and part of Mercury 13 Sandy Cagle (born 1957), American model Susan Justice (née Susan Cagle, born 1981), American pop-rock singer Susie Cagle, American jour.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Melvin is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Melvin by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Melvin Cagle

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Melvin Cagle:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Melvin?
The first name Melvin originates from French. Melvin is a masculine given name and surname, likely a variant of Melville and a descendant of the French surname de Maleuin and the later Melwin. It may alternatively be spelled as Melvyn or, in Welsh, Melfyn and the name Melivinia or Melva may be used a feminine form. Of Norman French origin, originally Malleville, which translates to "bad town," it likely made its way into usage in Scotland as a result of the Norman conquest of England. It came into use as a given name as early as the 19th century, in English-speaking populations.
When was Melvin most popular?
The name Melvin reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cagle?
The surname Cagle originates from English. A. M. Cagle (1884–1968), American composer Brett Cagle (born 1962), American religious leader Casey Cagle (born 1966), American politician Chris Cagle (born 1968), American country music singer Chris Cagle (American football) (1905–1942), American football player Daryl Cagle (born 1956), American cartoonist Harold Cagle (1913–1977), American athlete Mary Cagle (born 1989), American webcomic artist Myrtle Cagle (1925–2019), American pilot and part of Mercury 13 Sandy Cagle (born 1957), American model Susan Justice (née Susan Cagle, born 1981), American pop-rock singer Susie Cagle, American jour.
What are the origins of the name Melvin Cagle?
The name Melvin Cagle combines two different traditions: the first name Melvin has French roots, while the surname Cagle originates from English.
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